Viking Axes, Bearded Axes and Norse Axes

The axe was one of two common weapons for a Viking warrior to wield. Easy to make and easy to repair, it was a brutally effective weapon that well-suited the wild yet powerful style that Vikings were said to utilize when they entered into battle. At Dark Knight Armoury, we offer a selection of authentic Viking axes that recreate historic designs for you to use in your own reenactments and battles. Designed with a myriad of uses in mind, the Viking axe was a weapon of many uses. It could function on a farm or in a village, performing any number of mundane tasks, yet when called to war, it became a deadly weapon as capable of shattering shields and cleaving through armor as it was of splitting logs. Our Viking axes recreate a variety of one and two handed designs, all made with steel heads. Some are stainless steel and made to recreate the design in a decorative fashion. A majority of others, though, are made in carbon steel and forged steel, recreating the Viking axe in truth, one as simple as it is effective. They are also offered in different sizes, ranging from smaller hand axes and throwing axes to larger battle axes and war axes that Viking berserkers would have wielded when they committed themselves to battle. The axe is nothing fancy, and it does not have to be. In the hands of a Norseman, a Viking axe was a deadly weapon almost without equal, and Dark Knight Armoury is happy to offer you plenty of options when it comes to selecting the right axe for you to wield.

Vikings are known as one of the most brutal groups of people to have existed, yet they were also capable of incredible craftsmanship. The 10th Century Gotland Viking Cross Axe is an homage to the bold weapons used by these warriors.

The Danish Axe by Hanwei is undoubtedly a fine example of the use of peacetime agricultural tools as weapons in time of war. Equally at home felling trees or adversaries, the axe evokes a fearsome picture of the woodsman at war.

No collection is complete without the addition of a well-balanced throwing axe. The Antiqued Throwing Axe, made by Hanwei, could historically be used as a dangerous weapon in two ways, depending on the combat situation.

The favored weapon of the legendary Norse ruler, the Axe of Ragnar Lothbrok is a replica of the actual Vikings TV show prop. This single-headed axe was essential to the rise of Ragnar from farmer to Earl, and from Earl to King.

You know that there is a seat for you in the glorious halls of Valhalla, but that does not mean you are in a hurry to get there. The Condor Valhalla Battle Axe is a trusty weapon that will ensure your survival no matter the battle.

The Vikings believed that if they showed courage in battle, they would be rewarded with an afterlife in Valhalla. You can emulate Viking ferocity and fight like your afterlife depends on it with the Condor Valhalla Throwing Axe.

Emulating the timeless style of early Middle Ages weaponry, the Dark Warrior Axe is a replica of war axes that first appeared in the 7th century and remained popular throughout Europe for centuries due to their powerful design.

It has been said that two heads are better than one. Typically, this references two thinking heads, although there is no reason that this ages-old mantra cannot be applied to weapons like this Double Headed Viking Axe.

With a design inspired by the weaponry of fantasy barbarians, the Double-Bladed Barbarian Battle Axe is a weapon meant for only the most ferocious and stout warriors to wield, measuring a towering 48 inches in length.

The Nordic warrior held his weapon in great reverence and often lavished them with elaborate decorations. Our example displays a Viking dragon knot work motif. This is the perfect size for one handed combat in with a shield.

The Francisca, so named for its Frankish origins, was used by the Vikings both as a throwing weapon and for close-quarters combat. Its graceful lines are legendary and both the point and edge were capable of penetrating chain mail.

Equipped with trusted axe and shield, the Viking warrior defeats a multitude of foes. Able to cut through flesh, the Norse axe proves its worth in countless situations. Observe its efficient design in the Gotland Viking Axe.

No matter the size of their blade, axes are always effective. Smaller blades excel at concentrating force and going through armor, while larger blades, like the one on this Large Viking Axe, are designed purely for cleaving.

In battle, it is true about what they say - two heads are better than one. This Long Hafted Double Bit Axe features two blades that make it a deadly weapon for any warrior to wield, as well as a frightening weapon to face.

The Vikings were excellent warriors with a wide range of fighting abilities, one of which included axe-throwing. With the Norse Dragon Throwing Axe, you can learn this ancient art and feel the warrior spirit surge in your veins.

Capturing the Viking spirit, the Norse Hawks 4 inch blade features a highly curved cutting edge and terminates in two sharp points. These points increase the chance of a stick when the Norse Hawk is thrown.

Split heads on the battlefield with the Norse Viking Axe in hand. With its sturdy construction and authentic design, this capable historical weapon is ideal for Norse warriors and fans of Viking history alike.

In battle, it is true about what they say - two heads are better than one. This Short Hafted Double Bit Axe features two blades that make it a deadly weapon for any warrior to wield, as well as a frightening weapon to face.

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